I really enjoyed reading your story. You write really well. But I felt sad for how it turned out. I think it's really normal to be emotionally scarred after being burned like that. Rejection creates a fear of future rejection, feelings of unworthiness, insecurity, being unlovable. I know from personal experience. I struggled a lot with rejection and insecurity. I have gotten past the majority of it, thank goodness. I hope that you can work through these emotional scars so they will no longer hold you back. Real love does exist. I wasn't sure if you were saying that only "romantic" love doesn't exist, or if you were also meaning that real true persevering love does not exist. As @claudiop63 mentioned, "romantic" love is generally more of a phase in a relationship. The "honeymoon" period where everything is new, shiny, exciting. A good relationship that lasts beyond that, though, probably looks a little different. Hopefully there is still passion, but it may look a bit different. And any relationship goes through ups and downs. I have been married for 12 years now to @lukestokes. I love him to pieces and we have an amazing relationship. I really wish more people could experience what we have together. Unfortunately, it seems to be not so common. Being vulnerable with each other, loving one another unconditionally, and committing to work through issues even though it's hard--very important. Good relationships take a lot of hard work. Just the way it is. Maybe I'm rambling a bit, but maybe you'll find something useful in my ramblings. P.S. I also hate the pre-packaged / forced things as well. Luke and I don't feel obligated to buy each other gifts for Valentine's Day, birthdays, Christmas...... we'll give each other something every once in a while when it's truly from the heart. Every couple will find their own groove in this area.
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